John G. “Jack” Terhaar

John G. “Jack” Terhaar joined Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon in March of 2019 and is a member of the Construction Litigation practice group. Jack earned his Juris Doctorate in 2014 from the University of Florida where he graduated cum laude. Jack earned his undergraduate degree from Fordham University where he also graduated cum laude.

Prior to joining Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon, Jack was a United States Army Judge Advocate. During his more than four years of Active-Duty service, Jack focused on Federal procurement and contracting. Jack worked with Contracting Officers to advise on the solicitation, award, and administration of Government Contracts including construction.

Experience:

• Emmanuel Sheppard & Condon
  • Associate: 2019 – Present
• United States Army
  • United States Army Judge Advocate specializing in Government Contracting 
  • 2015 – 2019
• Special United States Attorney
  • 2016 – 2017
  • Denver United States Attorney Office
  • Special Assistant United States Attorney
    • Prosecuting traffic violations, drug possessions, and DUI offenses occurring on Fort Carson, Colorado

Education

• University of Florida, Levin College of Law
  • Juris Doctorate 
  • cum laude
  • 2011 – 2014
• Fordham University, Bachelor of Science in General Science Biology
  • cum laude
  • 2007 – 2011

Bar Admissions

• Florida

Courts

• United States District Court for the Northern District of Florida
• United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

Professional & Community Affiliations

• Associated Builders and Contractors
• The Florida Bar Association
• Escambia-Santa Rosa Bar Association
• Chain Reaction
  • Board Member, 2020 – Present
• OnBikes Pensacola
  • Board Member, 2020 – Present
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of NWFL
  • Mentor, 2019 – Present